Neil Delamere Tour 2026: Belfast Dates, Tickets, and Everything You Need to Know
Neil Delamere’s ‘Reinventing the Neil’ tour is one of the most anticipated comedy tours in the UK and Ireland in 2026. The Irish stand-up — known to British audiences from Live at the Apollo, QI, and Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow — has dates running across the full year, with Belfast appearing twice on the schedule: a sold-out night at the SSE Arena in February, and a further show at The Devenish Complex on 1 August 2026.
This guide covers the full confirmed tour schedule, how and where to buy tickets, what to expect from the live show, and practical venue information for anyone planning to attend the Belfast date in August.
Neil Delamere ‘Reinventing the Neil’ Tour 2026: Full Schedule
| Date | Venue | Location |
| 21 February 2026 | SSE Arena Belfast | Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| 22 April 2026 | Gorey Little Theatre | Gorey, Co. Wexford |
| 25 April 2026 | Gorey Little Theatre | Gorey, Co. Wexford |
| 8 May 2026 | 3Olympia Theatre | Dublin, Ireland |
| 9 May 2026 | TF Royal | Castlebar, Co. Mayo |
| 15 May 2026 | Live By The Bay, The Maritime West Cork | Bantry, Cork |
| 27 July 2026 | Mary from Dungloe International Arts Festival | Donegal, Ireland |
| 1 August 2026 | The Devenish Complex | Belfast, Northern Ireland |
| 2 August 2026 | Dolans Warehouse | Limerick City |
| 20 September 2026 | 3Olympia Theatre | Dublin, Ireland |
Tickets for all dates are available through Ticketmaster UK (ticketmaster.co.uk) for UK shows and Ticketmaster IE (ticketmaster.ie) for Republic of Ireland shows. The Belfast Devenish Complex date on 1 August 2026 is ticketed through Ticketmaster UK. Further dates may be added — the official source is neildelamere.com.
Neil Delamere Belfast 2026: Two Dates, Two Venues
SSE Arena Belfast — 21 February 2026
The February 2026 Belfast show was booked into the SSE Arena — Belfast’s largest indoor entertainment venue, with a capacity of approximately 11,000. Booking the SSE Arena is a statement of intent for any comedian: it’s not a space that gets filled by an act without a substantial and committed local following. Delamere’s connection to Northern Irish audiences through his long-running television work on The Blame Game (BBC Northern Ireland) makes him one of the few comedians who can credibly sell out that venue.
The February date was promoted by NI Comedy and Storied Management and was sold out at launch. If you missed it, the August show at The Devenish Complex provides a second chance.
The Devenish Complex, Belfast — 1 August 2026
The Devenish Complex is a well-established entertainment and events venue on the Finaghy Road North in Belfast. It operates at a significantly more intimate scale than the SSE Arena, which for comedy can actually work in the audience’s favour — a comedian who can fill arenas often produces his best work in rooms where the audience feels closer and more connected.
| Detail | Information |
| Date | Saturday, 1 August 2026 |
| Start time | 7:00 PM |
| Venue | The Devenish Complex, Finaghy Road North, Belfast |
| Show | Neil Delamere: Reinventing the Neil |
| Tickets | Ticketmaster UK — ticketmaster.co.uk |
| Address | 38-74 Finaghy Road North, Belfast, BT10 0JB |
How to Buy Neil Delamere Tour Tickets
Ticketmaster UK and IE
Ticketmaster is the primary ticket source for all 2026 Delamere tour dates. Go to ticketmaster.co.uk and search ‘Neil Delamere’ for UK shows, or ticketmaster.ie for Republic of Ireland dates. Official Ticketmaster listings carry buyer protection — if the event is cancelled, you are entitled to a full refund. Booking fees are applied at checkout and are included in the total price displayed before you confirm.
Ents24
Ents24 (ents24.com) lists all confirmed Delamere 2026 dates in one place and links through to Ticketmaster for purchase. Ents24 is an aggregator rather than a direct seller — it doesn’t hold tickets itself but provides a useful overview of all available dates and venues.
Venue direct
Some venues on the tour sell tickets independently through their own box offices. The Devenish Complex Belfast (thedevenish.com) and the SSE Arena Belfast (ssearenabelfast.com) both operate their own ticketing systems and may have limited direct allocations. Buying direct from the venue sometimes avoids Ticketmaster booking fees, though inventory on the venue’s own system is typically smaller.
Avoiding fraud
Delamere’s Belfast dates generate demand from a loyal fanbase, and fraudulent tickets appear on social media platforms for sold-out or popular comedy shows. Only purchase from Ticketmaster, the venue directly, or established resale platforms with buyer guarantees. Avoid purchasing tickets through WhatsApp groups, Facebook Marketplace, or from individuals at the venue on the night — these routes carry a high risk of counterfeit or invalid tickets.
Who Is Neil Delamere?
Neil Delamere is an Irish stand-up comedian from Tullamore, Co. Offaly. He has been performing live comedy professionally for over two decades and is one of the most critically acclaimed comedians working in the UK and Ireland. His reputation is built on two pillars: Edinburgh Fringe excellence and mainstream television presence.
At the Edinburgh Fringe — the world’s largest arts festival and the benchmark for comedy credibility — Delamere has received five-star reviews across multiple years. This is an exceptionally rare achievement. Most comedians who work at the Fringe for a decade might receive one five-star review; Delamere has collected them consistently, which places him among the very top tier of British and Irish live comedy.
On television, his UK appearances have established him with a broad mainstream audience:
| TV Programme | Notes |
| Live at the Apollo (BBC One) | One of UK comedy’s most prestigious live slots |
| Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow (BBC One) | His most prominent UK mainstream breakthrough |
| QI (BBC Two) | Multiple appearances on the long-running panel show |
| The Blame Game (BBC Northern Ireland) | Long-running topical comedy show; biggest NI platform |
| Celebrity Chase (ITV) | UK prime-time game show |
| The World Stands Up (Comedy Central) | International stand-up showcase |
| Live at the Comedy Store (Comedy Central) | Specialist comedy programme |
In Northern Ireland specifically, Delamere’s visibility on The Blame Game — a topical comedy panel show that has been a fixture of BBC Northern Ireland’s schedule for years — makes him one of the most recognisable faces in local broadcasting. His connection to Belfast audiences goes beyond his all-Ireland touring: he’s a regular presence on their televisions.
‘Reinventing the Neil’ — What the Show Is About
The tour takes its name from a comic premise that runs through the show: Delamere wrestling with the question ‘if it ain’t broke, should he fix it?’ It’s a meditation on self-improvement culture, the pressure to constantly upgrade and optimise, and the absurdity of applying Silicon Valley ‘disruption’ thinking to an ordinary human life. The show is described on promotional materials as packed with ‘tall tales and hilarious stories.’
This framing is characteristic of Delamere’s approach to comedy. He’s not primarily a one-liner comedian — his sets are built on narrative, on extended comic stories that build to specific conclusions. This means his shows reward patience and attention: the funnier a Delamere bit is at the end, the more carefully the setup has been laid in. Audiences who aren’t expecting this sometimes need a few minutes to calibrate to the rhythm. After that, the payoffs are significant.
The Sunday Times called him ‘a wryly brilliant live performer’ — five stars. The Irish Times noted that ‘no TV camera could accurately measure the lightning speed of Delamere’s wit… breezily elicits belly laughs from each and every exchange.’ These reviews reflect a comedian who is technically accomplished rather than relying on shock or volume for laughs.
Previous tour titles from Delamere’s career all riff on his own name: ‘Achilles Neil’, ‘Neil By Mouth’, ‘Delamerium’, and ‘Delamere Mortal.’ ‘Reinventing the Neil’ continues the tradition — the wordplay is part of the brand, and regular attendees expect it on the poster.
What to Expect at the Belfast Show
For those who haven’t attended a Delamere show before, a few useful observations:
- Arrive on time. Unlike live music where a late arrival is manageable, comedy is structured. Missing the opening minutes means missing the setups for bits that pay off later in the show. Shows start promptly at the advertised time.
- There will typically be a support act for the first 15-20 minutes before Delamere takes the stage. The support varies by date.
- Main set length is typically 70-90 minutes. Some shows run longer depending on audience interaction and how the room feels.
- The Devenish Complex is a standing and seated venue — check your ticket type, as standing and seated tickets have different entry points and experience.
- Belfast audiences are typically warm for Delamere. His familiarity from The Blame Game means he doesn’t need to ‘win over’ the room — the audience already knows him and what to expect from his comedy.
- He handles crowd interaction well, but the ‘Reinventing the Neil’ show is primarily a polished scripted performance rather than a crowd work session. If you shout something out, he’ll deal with it, but the show isn’t structured around audience participation.
The Devenish Complex: Practical Venue Information
The Devenish Complex at 38-74 Finaghy Road North, Belfast, BT10 0JB is a multi-function entertainment venue in south Belfast. For the Neil Delamere show on 1 August 2026:
- Parking: On-site parking is available at The Devenish Complex. Arriving 30-45 minutes before the 7:00 PM start is recommended to secure a space.
- Public transport: Belfast Metro bus services run to the Finaghy area. Use the Translink Journey Planner (translink.co.uk) to plan your route from your starting point.
- Bars and catering: The Devenish operates a full bar. Pre-show dining is available in Finaghy village and along the Lisburn Road.
- Accessible access: Contact the venue directly through thedevenish.com to confirm specific accessibility arrangements before purchasing tickets.
- Age guidance: Comedy shows at The Devenish are typically 16+ or 18+ — check the ticket listing on Ticketmaster for the specific age guidance for this event.
Neil Delamere and Belfast: Why the Connection Is Strong
It’s worth understanding why Neil Delamere draws at Belfast venues of the SSE Arena’s scale rather than smaller theatres. Several factors explain it.
First, The Blame Game. The BBC Northern Ireland topical comedy show has given Delamere a level of local television exposure that most touring comedians — even very successful ones — simply don’t have in specific regional markets. When you’ve been on someone’s television every week for years, the relationship with that audience is fundamentally different from someone they’ve only seen on a national BBC One special.
Second, his Edinburgh reputation travels. Comedy fans in Belfast and across Northern Ireland follow the Fringe closely, and Delamere’s consistent five-star record means that enthusiastic comedy audiences know exactly what level of craft they’re getting. In a market where word of mouth matters enormously for live comedy, that reputation compounds over years into major venue bookings.
Third, he’s broadly appealing without being bland. Delamere’s comedy is intelligent and observational, which means it works for a wide age range rather than skewing heavily to a specific demographic. A touring comedian who plays to 18-25 year olds tends to be limited by venue type and night. One who plays to 25-55 year olds who read good newspaper reviews and show up reliably on a Saturday night can fill the SSE Arena.
Buy tickets for Neil Delamere at The Devenish Complex Belfast (1 August 2026) at Ticketmaster UK.
Full ‘Reinventing the Neil’ tour dates including all Ireland shows at neildelamere.com.
Bottom Line
| Tour name | Reinventing the Neil |
| Belfast show 1 | SSE Arena — 21 February 2026 (past; sold out) |
| Belfast show 2 | The Devenish Complex — 1 August 2026, 7:00 PM |
| Tickets | Ticketmaster UK (ticketmaster.co.uk) |
| Other 2026 dates | Dublin (May + Sept), Limerick, Gorey, Bantry, Castlebar, Donegal |
| Show style | Narrative-driven observational stand-up; 70-90 min main set |
| TV credits | Live at the Apollo, QI, Michael McIntyre’s Roadshow, The Blame Game |
| Edinburgh record | Consistent five-star reviews |
| Official website | neildelamere.com |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Neil Delamere in Belfast in 2026?
Neil Delamere has two Belfast dates in 2026. The first was at the SSE Arena Belfast on 21 February 2026 (now passed). The second is at The Devenish Complex, Belfast on Saturday, 1 August 2026, starting at 7:00 PM. Tickets for the August show are available through Ticketmaster UK.
Where can I buy Neil Delamere 2026 tour tickets?
Neil Delamere 2026 tour tickets are available through Ticketmaster UK (ticketmaster.co.uk) for UK and Northern Ireland dates, and Ticketmaster IE (ticketmaster.ie) for Republic of Ireland dates. The Devenish Complex Belfast show on 1 August 2026 is ticketed through Ticketmaster UK. Ents24 (ents24.com) provides a useful overview of all dates with links to the official ticket source.
What is ‘Reinventing the Neil’ about?
‘Reinventing the Neil’ is Neil Delamere’s 2026 stand-up tour show. The premise centres on whether you should ‘fix’ something that isn’t broken — exploring self-improvement culture and the pressure to constantly upgrade. It’s delivered in Delamere’s characteristic style: narrative-driven observational comedy built on extended stories with carefully constructed payoffs. Previous tour titles from Delamere include ‘Achilles Neil’, ‘Neil By Mouth’, and ‘Delamerium’ — all wordplay on his name.
Who is Neil Delamere?
Neil Delamere is an Irish stand-up comedian from Tullamore, Co. Offaly. He is known to UK audiences through Live at the Apollo (BBC One), QI (BBC Two), and Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow (BBC One). In Northern Ireland he is best known from The Blame Game (BBC Northern Ireland). He has received five-star reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe across multiple years — one of the strongest records in British and Irish comedy.
What is The Devenish Complex, Belfast?
The Devenish Complex is a multi-function entertainment venue at 38-74 Finaghy Road North, Belfast, BT10 0JB. It operates as a live entertainment and events space in south Belfast. The Neil Delamere show on 1 August 2026 starts at 7:00 PM. On-site parking is available. For specific accessibility arrangements, contact the venue directly through thedevenish.com.